Our Journey to Craftsmanship and Authenticity in Every Bottle of Humdinger Gin

In the heart of Geraldine, New Zealand, a journey began in 2019 — inspired by a shared passion for crafting exquisite spirits and the pursuit of perfection. We are Andrew and Saskia Lewis, the founders of Humdinger Gin, and this is our story.

Rooted in Tradition, Innovating for Today

Our quest has always been about combining the best of both worlds. Drawing on our backgrounds in food manufacturing, we've paired time-honoured distillation methods with contemporary techniques. Our 30-year-old still, built by Arnold Holstein, reflects the best of traditional craftsmanship. But we didn't stop there. We've added modern electric heating and control systems, so each batch of gin is precise, consistent and up to the standards we've set for ourselves.

Global and Local Flavours

While many champion local ingredients, our philosophy is slightly different. We believe in using only the best botanicals, whether they're from our backyard or sourced globally. The vibrant citrus notes in our gin? Those come from the incredible oranges and lemons of Gisborne. Our Sloe Gin proudly features sloes we grow ourselves, and our Cherry Gin Liqueur (now retired) celebrated the richness of wild Siberian cherries.

From the local blackcurrants, apples and rosehip in our Pink Gin to botanicals hand-picked from around the world, our aim is to preserve and elevate the natural flavours nature so generously offers. (Our Pink Gin recipe has since evolved — today it's raspberries and blackcurrants from South Canterbury, lifted with Rangpur lime.)

Two Palates, Two Gins

We're proud to present not one, but two signature gins. Our contrasting palates led to both the Dry Gin and the Citrus Gin — crafted to suit a wide range of gin lovers.

Recognition Along the Way

We're humbled by the awards our gins have received: Gold for our Dry Gin at the 2021 NZ Spirits Awards, Gold for our Citrus Gin at the 2023 NZ Spirits Awards, and Gold for both our Sloe Gin and Cherry Gin Liqueur at the 2023 Junipers – NZ Gin Awards. Every award and every bit of feedback is a reminder of our journey, our commitment to quality, and our quest for continuous refinement.

Join Us

Every bottle of Humdinger Gin is more than a drink; it's a reflection of our dedication and our commitment to presenting nature's bounty at its best.

Whether you're gifting a bottle to a loved one or pouring a glass for yourself, we hope you enjoy the care that goes into every bottle. And if you love what you taste, help us spread the word.

Experience, enjoy and share the story of Humdinger Gin – a true testament to nature and craftsmanship.